The Black Lion Hotel
Salford, United Kingdom
5.9COSY
The Black Lion Hotel wins over concert-goers and city visitors with its spacious, immaculately clean back-facing rooms, warmly decorated corridors celebrating Mancunian heritage, an included breakfast, a welcoming bar downstairs, and staff, particularly Kayleigh and Ed, whose attentiveness guests single out by name.
How the cosy score works →Why it scores 5.9, from guest reviews
- friendly, attentive bar staff (Kayleigh, Eliza, Ed)
- inviting stairwell and corridors with Mancunian character decor
- spacious, immaculately clean rooms with good facilities
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A strong fit for design lovers. Guests point to guests praised the inviting stairwell and corridors with great Mancunian character decor throughout the hotel.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Black Lion Hotel located?
- The Black Lion Hotel is in Salford, within 15 minutes' walking distance of Manchester city centre and conveniently close to the AO Arena and Piccadilly station, ideal if you're visiting for a gig or event.
- How cosy is The Black Lion Hotel?
- The Black Lion Hotel has a cosy score of 5.9 out of 10, so it's a practical, no-frills base rather than an indulgent retreat.
- Is the service good at The Black Lion Hotel?
- Yes, guests consistently praise the staff as friendly and attentive. Team members like Kayleigh, Eliza and Ed the manager have earned particular mention for going the extra mile to help guests.
- What's the accommodation like at The Black Lion Hotel?
- Rooms are spacious with good facilities including hairdryer, ironing board, tea and coffee, though note that room location matters; those facing the back of the building are quieter, whilst rooms near the bar can pick up live music noise.
- Does The Black Lion Hotel include breakfast?
- Yes, breakfast is included with your stay, and there's a bar downstairs where you can grab a drink, guests have found it a good spot for watching major sporting events.
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